Athens County Trustee Deed Form
Last validated October 5, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Athens County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Albany, Amesville, Athens, Buchtel, Carbondale, Chauncey, Coolville, Glouster and 11 more.
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Athens County Trustee Deed Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Athens County Trustee Deed Guide
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Athens County Completed Example of the Trustee Deed Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Athens County Recorder
Athens, Ohio 45701
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 to 4:00
Phone: (740) 592-3228
Recording Tips for Athens County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
Cities and Jurisdictions in Athens County
Properties in any of these areas use Athens County forms:
- Albany
- Amesville
- Athens
- Buchtel
- Carbondale
- Chauncey
- Coolville
- Glouster
- Guysville
- Hockingport
- Jacksonville
- Millfield
- Nelsonville
- New Marshfield
- Shade
- Sharpsburg
- Stewart
- The Plains
- Trimble
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Athens County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Athens County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Athens County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Athens County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Athens County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Athens County?
Recording fees in Athens County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (740) 592-3228 for current fees.
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Ohio Trustee's Deed
Ohio Revised Code Section 5302.09 outlines the general form of a deed for use by individuals serving as fiduciaries, including trustees. A fiduciary is a person who is appointed to manage someone else's assets, often for the benefit of a third party.
Trustee's deeds are used in trust administration to convey real property out of a trust. A settlor creates a trust, typically for estate planning purposes, and funds it with assets that can include both real and personal property. The trustee controls the trust's assets for the settlor, according to the terms of the trust document. If the settlor directs the trustee to transfer real property out of the trust, the trustee executes a trustee's deed; the settlor is not involved in the conveyance. This is useful because leaving the settlor's name off the transfer it maintains his/her privacy.
In Ohio, the basic trustee's deed is similar to a quitclaim deed, in that it offers no warranty of title. Depending on the situation, the trustee might add guarantees to bring the deed in line with special warranty or warranty deeds.
The trustee's deed must fulfill all requirements for instruments affecting real property in the State of Ohio (legal description, Parcel ID, prior instrument reference, etc.). In addition, it names the trustee as the grantor and provides basic information about the trust under which the trustee is acting. A memorandum of trust (O.R.C. 5301.255) is sometimes included to verify the trust's existence and the trustee's authority to act on behalf of the trust. As with other instruments, the deed requires a signature and acknowledgment in the presence of a notary. It is recorded in the county where the property is situated.
Trust law can quickly become complicated, and each situation is unique. Contact a lawyer with any specific questions and for guidance on trust law.
(Ohio Trustee Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Athens County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Trustee Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Athens County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Athens County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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